What troops need to know about Hegseth’s new memos for the force
Hegseth ordered more strict grooming and fitness standards and less training on subjects like the Privacy Act, cybersecurity and controlled information.
By Carla Babb
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Air Force introduces new standards for physical fitness
The new assessment will see all airmen evaluated in four categories and introduces a two-mile run.
By Zita Ballinger Fletcher
Air Force launches new initiative to boost physical fitness
As part of the "Culture of Fitness" initiative, gyms across all Air Force and Space Force facilities will be open 24/7.
By Zita Ballinger Fletcher
Soldiers with high fitness test scores now exempt from body fat rule
The Army outlined the change as an incentive to maintain physical readiness and meet standards for high levels of physical fitness.
By Todd South
Army identifies soldier who died on rifle range at Fort Leonard Wood
Pvt. Andrey Okunev, a National Guard soldier from California, was assigned to Company B, 1st Battalion, 48th Infantry Regiment.
By Todd South
Opinion
Army undermines holistic health program with poor nutrition
Without measured improvement in food landscapes, the Army will continue to fund performance training while feeding a system that undermines it.
By Maj. Christina Deehl